Crenimugil crenilabis

Mullets

Fringelip mullet
Stumpfmaul Meeräsche
Mulet Lippu
Mújol o Lisa labo de fleco
Muggine dal labbro a frangia

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
The species can be found between 0 and 20 Meters.
Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

Lives in large groups
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 60 cm
The animal feeds mainly on refuse.

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!